Saint-Léger-les-Mélèzes is a ski resort in the Southern Alps range, in the Champsaur, Hautes-Alpes. The ski area spans 25 km of runs between 1,260 m and 1,900 m, served by 9 lifts. Day lift pass €29 per adult.
* Price per adult for 1 day, public high-season rate. Reduced rates (online purchase, outside school holidays, families, children, seniors) are generally offered by the resort.
The « Champsaur 3 Gliss » pass is shared with Chaillol (as well as with the village resort of Laye): same price, valid at either one. These are, however, separate ski areas that are not linked for skiing — one pass only gives access to one resort per day. Saint-Léger-les-Mélèzes is a family resort at 1,260 m in the Hautes-Alpes, known for its larch forests and its well-preserved natural setting. A small, accessible resort, ideal for families with young children who want to discover skiing in a calm environment.
- Authentic village under the larches
- Quiet, low-key resort
- Very affordable, perfect for families
Based on the resort's altitude and historical snow reliability
Saint-Léger-les-Mélèzes is a small-scale, intimate resort: 25 km of runs for a cosy skiing experience, far from the bustle of the big resorts. This is where people come for calm, authenticity and no queues at all at the lifts. Saint-Léger-les-Mélèzes's reputation as a family resort is well deserved: dedicated beginner areas, a well-run childcare centre, well-groomed green runs and a good-natured atmosphere at the foot of the lifts. It is one of the most reassuring resorts in the Southern Alps for learning to ski with children. The moderate altitude of Saint-Léger-les-Mélèzes — village at 1,260 m, summit at 1,900 m — makes it sensitive to climate variations. January and February remain the safest months for optimal snow cover. Outside this window, checking the snow reports before you leave is strongly recommended. The day lift pass at 29€ remains reasonable for the quality of the ski area on offer. Counting accommodation, skiing and meals, Saint-Léger-les-Mélèzes suits those who want a lovely week without the final bill making them fall off their chair. In short: Saint-Léger-les-Mélèzes is one of those rare resorts that combines a real village, a sincere family atmosphere and runs suited to everyone. It's hard to get your stay wrong here.
Source: Open-Meteo.com · Data updated in real time
At this altitude, snow reliability depends on the conditions of the year. Check the state of the runs before you leave. Real-time data: Open-Meteo (weather model). Monthly averages: estimates based on the resort's historical data.
